Factory Second Ultimate Cold Frame

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Cold Frame Extends the Growing Season

Note: We are offering this cold frame at a reduced price because it did not pass our quality inspection. Due to a manufacturing error, the ties that are intended to hold the rolled-up doors and vents were improperly attached. Therefore, there is no way to secure the rolled-up greenhouse cover panels to allow ventilation. This defect will not affect the functionality of the unit as a season-extending cold frame to protect plants against chilly temperatures; however, because the vents won't stay rolled up, you'll need to remove the entire cold frame in warm weather. No grommets for stakes. To secure cold frame to the ground, you must push stakes through fabric. Sold as is.

Start gardening earlier and extend the harvest in fall

Woven poly cover has roll-up vents and insect netting

Factory second; no ties to hold roll-up doors and vents; no grommets for stakes

Nurture plants in a warm, stable environment during wet and windy spring weather. Start seeds earlier, harden off indoor-growing seedlings, and
extend the growing season into fall, too. This cold frame is a generous 71" L x 56" W with a peaked 36" roof that gives plants plenty of headroom. There's
a large access door with two-way zipper on each side, and a roll-up vent at each end for good air circulation. Rustproof powder-coated steel frame and
polyethylene cover. Insect netting covers doors and vents. Includes anchoring stakes. Raised bed not included.

I have had a "first quality" one for a few years and have really liked it. I figure I can work around the "seconds" issues. It is great for late season protection as well as protecting early plantings.

This cold frame was well worth it due to the price the factory defaults do not greatly impair the functionality. The design fits well over my raised beds which were 4 by eights. I found that the bedding frame holds the frame down.

The frame felt flimisy when constructing it but appeared to gain some structural integrity after complete built. I would give more insight into the quality of this product after having used it for a year or two.

While I think a factory second should have a larger price reduction than $20, this is simply the best product on the market for winter gardening. That is kinda sad, so I implore someone to make an improved version that I'd happily pay more than double for--IF it was sturdier, better made, etc. Others have complained that this model is less sturdy than the previous one, but I found it not terribly so and actually easier to assemble. I was not so concerned about the zipper flaps not having ties, as I am sure I can attach velcro or ties myself. The other flaw, the lack of stakes or grommets for securing to the ground, is also of little consequence because the holes on the last model all tore and the stakes rusted, so I prefer using stones to secure the bottom.Bottom line, if you are not a DIY expert and don't want to contruct hoop houses, this is currently the best way to winter garden. The previous model held up under 3 ft of snow, and I am using it for the fourth winter.